RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. A special group of veteran pilots gathered outside the 50th Flying Training Squadron in the thick familiar Mississippi air. The shared stories from the cockpit produced laughter and excitement as they began their tour of current day Undergraduate Pilot Training. The 50th Flying Training Squadron "Strikin Snakes", hosted over 30 former T-38 Talon instr more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Air Education and Training Command recently lost a family member when a loose tow hitch detached from a vehicle and became a deadly projectile. The object broke through the windshield of the trailing vehicle, instantly killing the young passenger. "This heartbreaking tragedy serves as a stark reminder how unsecured items and debris on the road can lead to devastating outcomes," said more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: The Defense Health Agency announced 15 military hospitals got an "A" rating in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade Fall 2024 assessment. This grade reflects the DHA's ongoing dedication to transparency and to providing high-quality, safe care to service members and their families. 81st Medical Group, Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi 673d Medical Group, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska Alexander T. Augu more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: During the 2024 promotion cycle, 503 out of 2,275 eligible personnel were selected to join the top 1% of the enlisted force. The 17th Training Wing celebrated three of those chief master sergeant selects at the Powell Event Center, Nov. 18. A certificate and mug lie on a table at the Chief Release Party at the Powell Event Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 18, 2024. Wi more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: 01:55 Video Player 00:0000:00 | 00:00Captions / SubtitlesNoneEnglishUse Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume. Tech. Sgt. Bradley Hockaday, 362d TRS F-15 instructor, and his team of cadre created an eight-hour flightline rescue mission where Airmen applied foundational competencies such as resource management, decision-making, resiliency and teamwork. "BRACER FORGE is more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The 81st Training Wing is conducting the first-ever Combat Readiness Inspection within Air Education and Training Command now through Nov. 21, 2024, at Keesler AFB. The inspection, which began Nov. 18, assesses the wing's ability to present ready forces according to the new Air Force Force Generation model. The Air Force modified the way it presents and generates forces to the comba more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: By Julie Mitchell In working with the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense is improving installation access for Veterans and caregivers, making it easier for them to use their hard-earned benefit with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. In 2020, 4.1 million Veterans with service-connected disabilities and certain caregivers were authorized to shop tax-free in person at more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Active-duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2025 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program through Dec. 9. The Rated Preparatory Program provides qualified Airmen an opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills in preparation for testing and applying to an Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) board. "The pro more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Active duty Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen interested in becoming rated officers can apply for the Spring 2025 Air Force Rated Preparatory Program through Dec. 9. The Rated Preparatory Program provides qualified Airmen an opportunity to gain and strengthen basic aviation skills in preparation for testing and applying to an Undergraduate Flyin more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is fielding the Installation Resilience Operations Command and Control platform at five more bases after three years of successful initial testing here. AFIMSC awarded a $20 million contract to Simplesense, Inc., Nov. 18 to provide the low-rate initial production and install. The installations sla more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: It's Mission Monday! Meet Tameka Cunningham-Preyer, personnel programs analyst for the AFIMSC Directorate of Personnel and Manpower, or A1. She provides policies, strategies and services for human capital and talent management to establish a unified framework for civilian workforce programs. She leads an initiative to deploy a civilian hiring tool t more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: This is a video that details what is per Air Force Doctrine, it gives a brief example of what it is in a real world scenario, and how the Air Force is training Airmen on the concept. For more information on visit the Air Force Doctrine website at: https://www.doctrine.af.mil/ *** Original text here: https://www.aetc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3976323/agile-combat-employm more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Patrick Miller, Air Force Civil Engineer Center commander, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, spoke to service members from the 100th Air Refueling Wing at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Nov. 14, 2024. RAF Mildenhall supported a base immersion where Miller met with Airmen and spoke to leaders. *** Original text more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By Emily Mifsud, AFIMSC Public Affairs TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, FLA - The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is fielding the Installation Resilience Operations Command and Control platform at five more bases after three years of successful initial testing here. AFIMSC awarded a $20 million contract to Simplesense, Inc., Nov. 18 to provide the low-rate i more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By Craig Rodarte, AFIMSC Public Affairs More than 300 contracting professionals gathered in San Antonio Nov. 12-14 for the 2024 Worldwide Operational Acquisition Training Summit to collaborate about how to better execute installation and mission support programs for Air Force Great Power Competition operations. With session themes like "The Acquisition Warfighter" an more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, along with other senior leaders, shared details Nov. 13 about the service's new "One Force Design," including an overview of future operating concepts to generate increased lethality and effective combat power in contested environments. "Permissive environments have become the exception rather than the rul more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, along with other senior leaders, shared details Nov. 13 about the service's new "One Force Design," including an overview of future operating concepts to generate increased lethality and effective combat power in contested environments. "Permissive environments have become the exception rather than the rule," Allvin said in his keynote at more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Senior Airman Kai Norwood, a ceremonial guardsman, is the first woman to earn the highest qualification in the 76-year history of the organization. "The amount of times it took me to get this ascot," said Norwood as she tapped at her neck. "It feels good to finally be a part of this elite group." The ascot worn around a member's neck shows their lev more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: By Keiana Holleman Military Times has named the Army & Air Force Exchange Service a Best for Vets: Employer for the 11th year in a row, underscoring the Exchange's commitment to creating career opportunities for Veterans, military spouses and family members. For 2024, the Exchange achieved outstanding rankings, securing the top spot in the government agency and retail categories, as well as t more PR

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: HOUSTON, Texas Maj. Kate Rubins will be the first Army Reserve officer to receive the Basic Aviation Badge with Astronaut Device and Space Badge during a pinning ceremony at 2 p.m. EST, Nov. 21, 2024, in the Hall of Heroes at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. The award will recognize Rubins' significant contributions to space exploration and her exemplary service to the nation.  more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: After nearly nine distinguished years of service, Military Working Dog Scooby, a spirited Belgian Malabar, officially retired on November 15, 2024, during a touching ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base. Scooby, renowned for his sharp detection skills and close bond with his handler, Senior Airman Karina Flores, leaves behind a legacy of bravery and  more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 23 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Southwest Regional Information Office issued the following report on Nov. 22, 2024, entitled "Arkansas Job Openings and Labor Turnover - September 2024": * * * Arkansas had 102,000 job openings in September 2024, compared to 79,000 openings in August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job op more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 23 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Southwest Regional Information Office issued the following report on Nov. 22, 2024, entitled "Louisiana Job Openings and Labor Turnover - September 2024": * * * Louisiana had 104,000 job openings in September 2024, compared to 110,000 openings in August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 23 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Southwest Regional Information Office issued the following report on Nov. 22, 2024 entitled "Texas Job Openings and Labor Turnover - September 2024": * * * Texas had 525,000 job openings in September 2024, compared to 659,000 openings in August, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (See table 1.) Assistant Commissioner for Regional Operations Michael Hirniak noted that the job openings more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: BROWNSVILLE, Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted alleged methamphetamine valued at more than $1.1 million in a single enforcement action. "This significant methamphetamine seizure underscores the commitment of our officers in upholding our border security mission and the results achieved through the e more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: BROWNSVILLE, Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry intercepted alleged narcotics in two separate enforcement actions that have a combined estimated street value of $768,867. "Our CBP officers are relentless in their efforts to keep our borders secure, and their diligence led to these significant drug seizures," sa more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: HIDALGO, Texas--U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge intercepted $1.4 million in alleged cocaine and 1,070 rounds of ammunition, six magazines, and 21 weapons components in three separate enforcement actions. "Our CBP officers don't skip a beat when it comes to keeping our country safe. These b more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: LAREDO, Texas--U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the World Trade Bridge seized marijuana that totaled over $804,000 in street value. "CBP is proud of the work our frontline officers do to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our communities," said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. "This seizure is a more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: He balled his fist tightly, inches away from his adversary; his determination was clear for all to see as they anxiously awaited the outcome. One, two, three; rock! 1st Lt. Luke Socolofsky, 14th Civil Engineer Squadron, project manager, won the rock-paper-scissors stand-off and would be first to test his leadership capabilities in real-time virtual reality. Columbus Air Force Base  more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By Shannon Carabajal, AFIMSC Public Affairs As the first Air Task Forces go through the Prepare Phase of the Air Force Force Generation cycle, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center-developed Combat Support Training Ranges are helping build mission-ready Airmen. Two ATFs recently wrapped up three weeks of initial training events at Tyndall Air Force Base,  more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: As the first Air Task Forces go through the Prepare Phase of the Air Force Force Generation cycle, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center-developed Combat Support Training Ranges are helping build mission-ready Airmen. Two ATFs recently wrapped up three weeks of initial training events at the Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, and Fort Bliss more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Military leaders from across the Americas and Europe wrapped up several days of in-depth discussions and collaborative sessions during the third Cycle XXXVI Conference of American Armies (CAA) Specialized Conference in Miami, on Nov. 7. This significant event, hosted by U.S. Army South under the leadership of Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, on behalf of the Ch more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: DEL RIO, Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry encountered a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child. "This apprehension of a man with an outstanding felony warrant for an alleged sex crime involving a child demonstrates the resolve of our frontline officers to uphold our priorit more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) -- Space Force officials have selected 14 senior master sergeants and 25 master sergeants for promotion in the 24S9 and 25S8 promotion cycles, respectively. The statistics for each cycle: 24S9: Out of 68 eligible Guardians, 20.59% were selected. The average overall score for those selected was 404.21. Selectees averaged 3.04 years in their current grade and 19.42 years of servi more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center issued the following news: JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Space Force officials have selected 14 senior master sergeants and 25 master sergeants for promotion in the 24S9 and 25S8 promotion cycles, respectively. The statistics for each cycle: - 24S9: Out of 68 eligible Guardians, 20.59% were selected. The average overall score for those selected was 404.21. Selectees averaged 3.04 years in their current grade and 1 more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Despite early mornings and late evenings, the hustle-and-bustle of the Air, Space, and Cyber Conference sparked collaboration and meaningful conversation. The latest in defense and technology were key topics at this year's conference organized by the Air and Space Forces Association. Members from the 637th Training Group, also known as Defense Language Institute English Language Ce more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Despite early mornings and late evenings, the hustle-and-bustle of the Air, Space, and Cyber Conference sparked collaboration and meaningful conversation. The latest in defense and technology were key topics at this year's conference organized by the Air and Space Forces Association. Members from the 637th Training Group, also known as Defense Langu more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: The Defense Department released the results of its departmentwide fiscal year 2024 financial audit on Nov. 17, the seventh such audit since 2018. For this most recent effort, the department's inspector general provided an overall "disclaimer of opinion" on DOD financial statements, which means the department has not yet achieved a clean audit, said M more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Cooking is the main cause of home fires any time of year, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, but they are especially common on Thanksgiving, often more than double the number for all other days of the year. Over half of reported Thanksgiving Day fires in residential buildings occurred from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., when many people are pr more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: EL PASO, Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing seized just under half-a-pound of fentanyl November 17. Two people were arrested in connection with the failed smuggling attempt. Fentanyl filled bundle seized by CBP officers. "Fentanyl interdiction remains an important element of the CBP enforc more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Louisiana State University and Delgado Community College have been selected to collectively receive $1,049,700 in grants to provide technical assistance to businesses to develop and adopt pollution prevention (P2) practices in local communities. "Since the creation of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990, EPA  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the New Mexico State University has been selected to receive $350,000 in grants to provide technical assistance to businesses to develop and adopt pollution prevention (P2) practices in local communities. "Since the creation of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990, EPA has used these P2 grants across the count more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $184,464,000 for the state of Texas under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - the largest investment in w more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $20,910,000 for the state of New Mexico under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - the largest investment  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $26,830,000 for the state of Arkansas under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - the largest investment in more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2024: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $32,943,000 for the state of Oklahoma under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - the larg more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $40,145,000 for the state of Louisiana under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - the largest investment i more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: DALLAS, TEXAS (November 21, 2024) - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced University of Texas at Arlington has been selected to collectively receive $349,435 in grants to provide technical assistance to businesses to develop and adopt pollution prevention (P2) practices in local communities. "Since the creation of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990, EPA has used these P2 grants ac more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Approximately 200 military and civilian exercise planners from across the Western Hemisphere gathered recently for the Tradewinds 2025 initial planning conference at Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, marking a significant step in the coordination of this large-scale multinational exercise, at the University of Trinidad and Tobago Chaguaramas Campus, more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: TAOS, NEW MEXICO -- Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and Centinel Bank of Taos awarded $30,000 in Partnership Grant Program (PGP) funding to the Taos Housing Partnership to promote economic development in Taos, New Mexico. The grants are part of $1.2 million in PGP grants FHLB Dallas and participating memb more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2024: HOUSTON, TEXAS -- Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) joined Veritex Community Bank to award $12,500 in Partnership Grant Program (PGP) funding to Credit Coalition and $21,000 to the Houston Land Bank Fund to help promote economic development in Houston, Texas. The funds are part of $1.2 mill more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) and eight of its members awarded $283,000 in grants to eight nonprofits in DFW. The awards were part of more than $1.2 million awarded to community groups through the Partnership Grant Program (PGP) and were celebrated during an event today at FHLB Dallas. "The PGP gives u more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO, November 19, 2024 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) has provided a $250,000 charitable donation to Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico to assist with recovery from flooding in Roswell, New Mexico. Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico, based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, will provide financia more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By Airman 1st Class Jasmyne Bridgers-Matos, 355th Wing McGREGOR RANGE, N.M. -- The 11th Air Task Force conducted its first field training exercise at McGregor Range, New Mexico, Nov. 4-19, 2024. As the Air Force shifts toward a more agile, team-oriented force structure, the exercise united Airmen from Davis-Monthan and Holloman Air Force Base to test and refine new c more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: After 21 years of dedicated service to his country, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Elder is hanging up his uniform to begin a dynamic role in the distilling industry. Elder's journey reads like a recipe for reinvention. After years in the intelligence world, he's now elbow-deep in the world of whiskey and beer. "I've always loved enjoying a good  more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: U.S. Air Force Col. Thomas "TK" Wilson, 17th Training Wing deputy commander, speaks to JROTC cadets from local high schools at Angelo State University during Language and Culture Day, San Angelo, Texas, Nov. 20, 2024. Language and Culture Day provided AFROTC students with a hands-on opportunity to learn about cultural traditions, languages and global perspectives. (U.S. Air Force pho more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The 17th Training Wing celebrated the graduation of the 2024 class of Honorary Commanders at the Powell Event Center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 7. The goal of the Honorary Commander Program is to create lasting partnerships while familiarizing current and future community leaders with the base and its mission. As Honorary Commanders graduate the program, new community more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Community members will have the opportunity to explore JBSA-Fort Sam Houston's premier military installation at the Great Texas Freedom Fest from 3 to 9:30 p.m., April 12, 2025. The installation will open its gates to the public for this event, which is free to all who attend. The theme is "United in Service," and the open house will feature live mus more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Airmen presented innovative solutions for the Air Force's most pressing Great Power Competition combat support needs during the second installment of the 2024 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conferences Nov. 15 at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Three Mission Focuse more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: Airmen presented innovative solutions for the Air Force's most pressing Great Power Competition combat support needs during the second installment of the 2024 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conferences Nov. 15 at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center. Three Mission Focused Working Groups, or MFWGs, presented their I-WEPTAC 2024.2 more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Marines from the 558th Flying Training Squadron, the 12th Training Squadron, and the Marine Corps Detachment Lackland gathered on Nov. 6 to kick off celebrations for the 249th Marine Corps birthday, officially observed on Nov. 10. The day was filled with physical challenges, camaraderie, and traditional festivities, culminating in the Marine Corps B more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Officers from the 502nd Air Base Wing at Joint Base San Antonio attended the University of Texas at San Antonio career fair on Nov. 7 to provide optional career paths to the Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets. Participating officers offered tailored advice on leadership pathways, technical roles, and positions that align with cadets'  more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Officers from the 502nd Air Base Wing at Joint Base San Antonio attended the University of Texas at San Antonio career fair on Nov. 7 to provide optional career paths to the Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets. Participating officers offered tailored advice on leadership pathways, technical roles, and positions that align with cadets' skills and aspirations. Attendees more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Nov. 22, 2024: An indictment was unsealed yesterday in the Northern District of Texas charging two co-founders of Blueacorn, a lender service provider, in connection with a scheme to fraudulently obtain COVID-19 relief money guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Accordi more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: Dell Technologies Inc. and Dell Federal Systems L.P. (collectively Dell), located in Austin, Texas, have agreed to pay $2,300,000 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by submitting and causing the submission of non-competitive bids to the Army and thereby overcharging the Army under the Army Desktop and Mobile Computing 3 (ADMC-3) contract. Iron Bow Technologies LLC (Iron Bow), loc more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2024: The owner and operator of a Texas laboratory was charged yesterday in connection with his role in a $79 million respiratory pathogen panel (RPP) testing fraud scheme. According to court documents, Osman Syed, 34, also known as Syed Osman, an Indian national, caused BioDX Labs LLC (BioDX) to submit more than $79 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare and Texas Medicaid for RPP tests that  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2024: Lisa L. Lambert has been appointed by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland as the U.S. Trustee for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas (Region 6) effective today. Lambert replaces Kevin M. Epstein, who filled the Region 6 role in an interim capacity and who continues to serve as the U.S. Trustee for the Southern and Western Districts of Texas (Region 7). Lambert joined the U.S. Trus more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: LAREDO, Texas Laredo Sector Border Patrol holds the Laredo Sector Border Patrol Youth of the Month program for November. The program is designed to honor and promote academic excellence throughout the area high schools in Laredo. On Nov.19, the 11 honorees for November were announced during a ceremony at Martin High School. Border Patrol honored 11 recipients from  more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: MacDill Air Force Base is taking a major step toward enhancing its energy resilience with the launch of the new MacDill Power Station, a state-of-the-art facility built in partnership with Tampa Electric (TECO). This new power plant promises to provide a reliable source of energy for the base and the surrounding community. The newly constructed MacDi more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: On June 14, 2024, at approximately 5:30 a.m., Border Patrol personnel monitoring remote cameras notified Border Patrol agents, via radio, of a group of possible undocumented noncitizens located approximately 3.15 miles east of the Rio Grande River and 17.5 miles northwest of the Eagle Pass Bridge Port of Entry in Eagle Pass, Texas. At approximately 6:00 a.m., agen more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The cadre at Air University's Ira C. Eaker Center for Leadership Development's Master Resilience Trainer Course are building Mission Ready Airmen during a 5-day course at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, November 4-8, 2024. The course is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge needed to facilitate Comprehensive Airman Fitness skills training and peer support at  more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The 42nd Air Base Wing held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly renovated Maxwell dorms at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., Nov. 20, 2024. The project started in March 2023 with the goal of improving community, comfort and functionality in every way, improving quality of life for Airmen here. Updates include new furniture, better LED lighting, a fire suppression system  more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 22 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Missouri issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2024: A former Blue Springs, Mo., woman pleaded guilty in federal court today for her role in a conspiracy that resulted in more than $220,000 in fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans being issued under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Daisha Sanders, 33, who now resides in Royse, Texas, pleaded guilty b more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The Lemay Center highlights Joint Task Force (JTF) Proven Force during Operation DESERT STORM, an exemplar of mission command and mission-type orders (MTO). On 2 Aug 1990, Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait. Almost immediately, the US assembled and led a coalition to remove Iraq from Kuwait. As part of the coalition's build up, JTF Proven Force was stood up in US European Command to open a more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued the following news release: * * * $6.5 million for Nebraska, $4.9 million for New Hampshire, $9.9 million for Oregon, $12.8 million for South Carolina, $5 million for South Dakota, $55.6 million for Texas, and $5.2 million for Wyoming * * * The Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today has approved and recommended for  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued the following news release: * * * Texas Requested Access to BEAD Funds Totaling Over $3.3 Billion; All 56 States and Territories Now Approved * * * The Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved Texas' Initial Proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, a cornerstone of the Biden-Ha more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Col. Scott Ryder, 14th Mission Support Group commander, presented Caledonia Elementary School with the Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award at Caledonia Elementary School, Caledonia, Mississippi, Nov. 14, 2024. The Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Award, awarded by the Military Child Education Coalition, honors impactful partnerships and initiatives that benefit militar more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Army Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command issued the following news: By Adrienne Brown RED RIVER ARMY DEPOT, Texas - In a display of enduring collaboration, Red River Army Depot and BAE Systems celebrated two decades of partnering for the Soldier during a ceremony Nov. 20 at the depot. The celebration commemorates the long-standing partnership between the two organizations as they continue to rebuild and remanufacture the Bradley Fighting Vehicle S more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Like its sister services, the Space Force has officer, enlisted and civilian members all called "Guardians." But the Space Force is looking for new ways to recruit civilian employees, which right now make up about 50 percent of the service. On college campuses, the Space Force is part of a congressionally mandated pilot program, the Defense Civilian  more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: U.S. Air Force Capt. P. Trent Vonich, Secretary of the Air Force PhD Fellow studying weather prediction, recently published a paper with his advisor Dr. Greg Hakim showing how using AI to adjust initial atmospheric data allows a nearly perfect prediction of a 10-day weather forecast. Every year, the Department of the Air and Space Force selects high-performing officers and civilians more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: The Commander regrets to announce the death of Air Force Staff Sgt. Wendy J. Valdez Mesa, assigned to the 93rd Intelligence Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, who passed away on Nov. 7, 2024. To settle the estate of the deceased, 1st Lt. Tyler Davis, also assigned to the 93rd Intelligence Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, has been ap more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Air Education and Training Command boasts a newly inducted Hall of Famer. Robbie Bogard, AETC's occupational safety manager, received the prestigious Department of the Air Force Safety Hall of Fame award at the recent semi-annual Air Force Occupational Safety Corporate Committee meeting at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico. "I am b more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Air Education and Training Command boasts a newly inducted Hall of Famer. Robbie Bogard, AETC's occupational safety manager, received the prestigious Department of the Air Force Safety Hall of Fame award at the recent semi-annual Air Force Occupational Safety Corporate Committee meeting at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, N.M. "I am both humbled and honored by this recognit more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center issued the following news: JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Space Force officials selected 14 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 68 eligible for a selection rate of 20.59 percent in the 24S9 promotion cycle and 25 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 435 eligible for a selection rate of 5.75 percent in the 25S8 promotion cycle. Senior Raters and their trust more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: Space Force officials selected 14 senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 68 eligible for a selection rate of 20.59 percent in the 24S9 promotion cycle and 25 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 435 eligible for a selection rate of 5.75 percent in the 25S8 promotion cycle. Senior Raters and th more PR

MCALLEN, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas issued the following news release: A 26-year-old man has pleaded guilty to distributing liquid methamphetamine, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Authorities conducted an investigation revealing Jesus David Medrano Grimaldo intended to sell approximately 10 kilograms of what he knew to be an illegal controlled substance to another individual. Medrano made this initial sale in hopes of sellin more PR

MCALLEN, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas issued the following news release: A 59-year-old Mexican citizen residing in Houston has been sentenced for his role in a conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute more than 500 grams of meth, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Abiel Gudino-Garcia pleaded guilty Aug. 26. Chief U.S. District Judge Randy Crane has now ordered Gudino to serve a total of 96 months in federal prison. At the more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas issued the following news release: A methamphetamine trafficker with ties to the CJNG cartel was sentenced Wednesday to 40 years in federal prison, announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Leigha Simonton. Adriana Melendez-Calvillo, a 43-year-old citizen and national of Mexico illegally present in the United States, was charged via criminal complaint in February 2023 and pleaded guil more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas issued the following news release: A Dallas anesthesiologist who injected dangerous drugs into patient IV bags, leading to one death and numerous cardiac emergencies, was sentenced today to 190 years in prison, announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Leigha Simonton. Raynaldo Riviera Ortiz Jr., 60, was charged by criminal complaint in September 2022 and indicted the following month o more PR

ALPINE, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas issued the following news release: A former Valentine Independent School District employee pleaded guilty to charges related to his scheme to fraudulently misappropriate school district funds for personal expenses. According to court records, Ernesto Villarreal Jr., 43, of Marfa, was employed as the Business Manager and served as the Tax Collector and Assessor for the Valentine ISD, in Valentine, TX. Du more PR

BEAUMONT, Texas, Nov. 23 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas issued the following news release: A Mexican national, illegally living in the United States, has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. Francisco Santana Herrera, 42, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine and was sentenced to 80 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge  more PR

SHERMAN, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Texas issued the following news release: An Oklahoma City, OK woman has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for various crimes related to an international drug trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. Debra Lynn Mercer-Erwin, 61, was convicted at trial of money laundering; wire fraud; conspiracy to manufacture and distribute cocaine; and consp more PR

LAREDO, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas issued the following news release: Three more individuals are in custody for a human smuggling conspiracy that resulted in the July death of an undocumented individual, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani. Mexican national David Alejandro Gomez Flores 28, and Laredo residents Dagoberto Mizzael Flores, 24, and Angel Misael Elias, 22, are expected to make their initial appearances before U.S. Mag more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: MARFA, Texas U.S. Border Patrol Agents from the Big Bend Sector and National Park Service Rangers rescued 13 migrants in Big Bend National Park on Nov. 16, after receiving a distress call. The migrants, including several children, were found in an extremely remote area near San Vicente Road after being abandoned by human smugglers. Despite the rugged terrain, all t more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas As millions of Americans prepare for Thanksgiving, the Air Force Safety Center is sharing essential tips to ensure a safe and stress-free holiday, whether traveling or staying home. Driving Safety Tips For those traveling by car, the Air Force Safety Center advises: Leave Early: Traffic congestion is heaviest around 3 p.m. on the Wednesday be more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 20 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas issued the following news release on Nov. 19, 2024: Juan Gerardo Trevino-Chavez aka Huevo pleaded guilty in a federal court in San Antonio today to 15 counts related to his involvement in drug trafficking throughout Mexico and the United States. Trevino-Chavez, 42, was identified as the leader of the Cartel del Noreste drug cartel (CDN), the successor cartel to Los Zetas Cartel. Trevino-Chavez was  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2024: Today the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update on the agency's investigation of a fatal release of toxic hydrogen sulfide gas at the PEMEX Deer Park Refinery in Texas on October 10, 2024, which killed two workers and injured 13 others. During a maintenance activity at 4:23 p.m., approximately 27,000 pounds of toxic hydrogen sulfide gas were released. more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: MADISON, Wis. (Nov. 21, 2024) Lt. Gen. William J. Hartman, Deputy Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, emphasized the importance of collaboration between academia, government, and industry during a keynote address at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. Speaking at the first-ever USCYBERCOM Tech Talk hosted at an academic insti more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Twenty-six Undergraduate Pilot Training student pilots of Class 25-02 and 25-03, graduated on November 15, 2024, at the Columbus Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. The UPT graduation ceremony officially marks the completion of initial flight training in the T-6 Texan II as students earn their wings and begin the next phase of advanced pilot training for the Air For more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: This month, U.S. Cyber Command launched the second iteration of the International Coordinated Cyber Security Activity, or INCCA, a focused defensive cyberspace operation aimed at strengthening Department of Defense networks and enhancing global cybersecurity partnerships. INCCA is a key part of USCYBERCOM's mission to protect DOD information networks more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following program update: On October 9, 2024, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) expanded the Mexican fruit fly (Anastrepha ludens; Mexfly) quarantine in Donna, Hidalgo County, Texas. On October 11, APHIS and TDA reduced a portion of the Harlingen-Sebastian Mexfly quarantine area in Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy Countie more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 19 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: The community of San Angelo, Texas celebrated Veterans Day with a parade, Nov. 9. The San Angelo All Veterans Council hosted a Veterans Day parade in downtown San Angelo featuring local businesses, charities, veterans groups and military formations filled by volunteers from Goodfellow Air Force Base. Parade Attendees look on as various military and local organizations march in the V more PR

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Nov. 18 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Official websites use .mil Secure .mil websites use HTTPS U.S. Air Force Capt. August Schaefer, 81st Force Support Squadron military personnel flight commander, and a Marine assigned to the Marine Detachment Keesler, participate in a shoot-move-communicate drill during Warrior Day at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Nov. 8, 2024. Teams of two worked together to maneuver barri more PR